Tony Blair

As Israel pushes back, Gaza becomes testing ground for emerging post-war governance - analysis

The emergence of a Palestinian technocratic governing committee alongside Trump’s US-backed Board of Peace has triggered sharp Israeli backlash, exposing cabinet rifts and deep unease.

Palestinians stand near the rubble in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, January 17, 2026
Palestinians walk along a street flooded by rainwater in the city of Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, on January 13, 2026.

Donald Trump sets $1 billion price tag for permanent seats on Gaza Board of Peace - report

US President Donald Trump participates in a roundtable discussion with business leaders at the White House in Washington, December 10, 2025.

Trump: Gaza 'Board of Peace' membership will be announced early 2026

Former British prime minister Tony Blair attends the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change's annual Future of Britain Conference, in London, Britain, July 9, 2024.

Tony Blair dropped from Trump's Gaza 'board of peace' after Arab objections - Financial Times


Grapevine: Wining and dining

The White City Shabbat Dinners bring together singles and young families in their 20s and 30s and are usually sold out well in advance.

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Margaret Thatcher’s achievements

She had core beliefs which she adhered to without compromise.

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UK MP suspended for blaming jail term on Jews

Labor suspends politician after he allegedly blamed road accident he caused on "Jewish conspiracy," Press Association reports.

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British MP blames jail term on Jewish 'conspiracy'

Lord Nazir Ahmed, one of Britain's first Muslim peers, was jailed after causing deadly crash while texting and driving at high speed.

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Netanyahu: Arrow will help us on peace, or defense

PM meets with Blair, says Israel's hand always outstretched in peace, but we are always preparing for other eventualities.

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Jerusalem c'tee approves 1,200 Gilo housing units

Plan includes 930 apartments for immediate construction and around 300 that could be built at a later time.

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Jerusalem committee approves 1,200 housing units in Gilo

The Jerusalem Local Planning Committee decides to proceed with planned construction of new housing units across Green Line; Interior Ministry says after plan receives final approval construction tenders will be issued.

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Settlement construction censures pour in

France says settlement building plans calls into question Israel’s commitment to peace; Ashton issues veiled threats.

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Blair: Quartet is working to end Gaza conflict

President Peres says Israel has no ambition to conquer land, blames Iran for promoting terrorism in the Middle East.

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Barak: Palestinian UN bid must be delayed

Following Obama's victory, defense minister says stopping PA bid for UN status upgrade a joint US and Israeli interest.

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